Hayfield 5355 Blankets Knitting Pattern

Hayfield 5355 Baby Blossom DK Blankets

What Is Being Made

The Hayfield 5355 pattern provides instructions for creating two variations of knitted blankets using Baby Blossom DK yarn. Both designs are worked as domino blankets—a modular construction method where individual squares are knitted and then joined together to form the finished blanket. This approach allows crafters to build larger projects from smaller, manageable components.

Blanket Variations

• Domino Blanket (Basic): Finished dimensions of approximately 63 x 81 cm (24¾ x 32 inches)
• Domino Blanket with Garter Stitch Borders: Finished dimensions of approximately 69 x 87 cm (27¼ x 34¼ inches), featuring additional garter stitch edging around the perimeter

Techniques Used

These blankets are created using seamless construction and worked flat techniques. The domino method involves knitting individual squares that are progressively joined together as you work, eliminating the need for extensive seaming at the end. The pattern includes striped elements created through the use of different yarn shades. The garter stitch border variation adds a decorative and stabilizing frame around the completed blanket.

The construction method requires picking up stitches between the ridges of previously completed squares, a technique that creates clean joins and maintains structural integrity throughout the blanket. Blocking is recommended to achieve proper measurements and finish.

Stitches Used

The primary stitch used in these blankets is garter stitch, which is created by knitting every row. This fundamental stitch produces a textured, reversible fabric with horizontal ridges. Garter stitch is ideal for blankets as it provides warmth, durability, and visual interest while remaining accessible to knitters of various skill levels. The border variation incorporates additional garter stitch edging to frame the domino squares.

Materials Required

The pattern calls for Hayfield Baby Blossom yarn in DK (double knitting) weight. The basic Domino Blanket requires 3 balls of yarn in shade 353, while the Domino Blanket with Garter Stitch Borders requires 4 balls in shade 350. Each ball of Hayfield Baby Blossom DK contains 100 grams of yarn.

Two pairs of knitting needles are required: 4mm needles (UK size 8, USA size 6) are used for the main blanket construction, while 3¼mm needles (UK size 10, USA size 3) are needed for the border variation. The pattern specifies using the thumb method for casting on stitches at the beginning of each square.

Tension and Gauge

The recommended tension is 21 stitches and 24¾ rows over 10 centimetres (4 inches) when measured in garter stitch using 4mm needles. Achieving the correct tension ensures that your finished blanket matches the specified dimensions and drapes appropriately.